What is Bionetix’s role in animal health?
They provide Direct Fed Microbials (probiotics) that can be added to animal feed (livestock, poultry, aquaculture) to support gut health, boost the immune system, and improve performance.
What are some of the animal feed products?
Examples include AQUA-FEED™ (for fish/shrimp), DAIRY-FEED™ (for cows), POULTRY-FEED™, and SWINE-FEED™.
How do these microbial feed additives benefit animals?
They contain beneficial bacteria (e.g., Bacillus), lactic acid bacteria, yeast (Saccharomyces), fermentation extracts, mannan oligosaccharides, etc., which support a healthy gut microbiome, reduce harmful bacteria, and improve digestion and growth.
Are there environmental benefits?
Yes — for example, Bionetix reports reduced ammonia odor in cow manure when using DAIRY-FEED™, and improved survival/growth in shrimp using AQUA-FEED™.
What about plant health? What are Bionetix biostimulants?
Their biostimulants are nutrient blends (macro and micro), surfactants, oxygen boosters, and co-metabolites that stimulate microbial activity in soil and water, enhancing plant growth by improving nutrient uptake, root development, and microbial health.
Can you give an example of a plant-health product?
Yes—ORGANIC PLUS™, a soil amendment that contains humic acids, marine plant extracts, and micronutrients. It helps with root growth, seed germination, water availability, and overall soil fertility.
How is ORGANIC PLUS™ applied?
It can be sprayed, drenched, or used as a seed soak. According to the PDS, use conventional equipment, dilute to about 85–100 ppm, and apply in early growth stages and at ~5-day intervals.
Are these biologicals safe for the environment and humans?
Yes – the microorganisms used are non-pathogenic, and biostimulants are derived from natural sources.
